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Zhou B, Peng H, Han L, Liang C, Lv L, Wang X, Liu D, Tan Y. Endoscopic Treatment for Pediatric Esophageal Stenosis Induced by Chemical Burn, Congenitally, or After Surgical Repair of Esophageal Atresia. Front Pediatr 2022; 10:814901. [PMID: 35281238 PMCID: PMC8914068 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.814901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the safety and efficacy of endoscopic treatment for congenital pediatric esophageal stenosis or pediatric stenosis that develops after a chemical burn or surgical repair of esophageal atresia. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 15 pediatric patients who underwent endoscopic treatments (dilation and/or stenting and/or incision) for congenital esophageal stenosis or esophageal stenosis that developed after a chemical burn or surgical repair of esophageal atresia, between January 2010 and January 2019. The patients were periodically followed-up to assess the safety and efficacy of treatment by comparing the diameter of stricture and dysphagia score before and after procedures, and complications or recurrence. RESULTS All children successfully underwent the procedures. Fourteen of the 15 patients received endoscopic balloon dilation (EBD) as the first step of treatment, but EBD alone only resolved the symptoms in two patients. The remaining patients received other comprehensive treatments, such as EBD with endoscopic incision (EI), EBD with stent replacement, or a combination of EBD, stent replacement, and EI. Eleven (11/15, 73.3%) patients experienced symptomatic relief after endoscopic treatment, and recurrence was noted in four patients on 3-36 months after the final endoscopic treatment. All four patients underwent esophageal surgery to relieve their symptoms. Until October 2021, all patients experienced symptom relief, and their dysphagia scores decreased from 3-4 to 0-1 during the follow-up period of 8-121 months. The average diameter of stenosis was increased from 0.34 cm (range 0.2-0.7 cm) to 1.03 cm (range 0.8-1.2 cm). No severe complications occurred during endoscopic treatment and follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Endoscopic treatment is safe and effective for pediatric esophageal stenosis that is congenital or induced by chemical burns or surgical repair of esophageal atresia. Comparative large-scale studies are required to confirm our findings.
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- Bingyi Zhou
- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Research Center of Digestive Disease, Central South University, Changsha, China
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Taylor J, Ikeri K, Cardona VQ. Case 3: Case of a Drooling Infant. Neoreviews 2021; 22:e58-e60. [PMID: 33386316 DOI: 10.1542/neo.22-1-e58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA.,Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
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Mochizuki K, Shinkai M, Kitagawa N, Usui H. Laparoscopic partial circular myectomy for congenital esophageal stenosis due to tracheobronchial remnant. Asian J Endosc Surg 2020; 13:592-595. [PMID: 31965730 DOI: 10.1111/ases.12786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2019] [Accepted: 01/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Congenital esophageal stenosis (CES) is a rare anomaly, and its appropriate management is not well established. This may be the first report describing laparoscopic partial circular myectomy of the esophageal wall in an infant with CES caused by tracheobronchial remnant (TBR). The narrow segment of the esophagus was laparoscopically detected 1 cm above the esophagogastric junction because the segment was whiter and narrower than the other parts of the esophagus. The narrow segment was approximately 1.5 cm in length. Partial anterior 270° circular muscle layers were dissected using hook electrocautery. Small cartilage-like tissues were identified during the procedure. The muscular layers of both ends were interruptedly sutured. Intraoperative complications were not detected. After undergoing balloon dilation for slight residual stenosis, the patient could eat solid foods without vomiting. Laparoscopic partial circular myectomy is safe and effective for short-segment lower esophageal stenosis in patients with CES caused by TBR.
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- Kyoko Mochizuki
- Department of Surgery, Kanagawa Children's Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kanagawa Children's Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kanagawa Children's Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kanagawa Children's Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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Brzački V, Mladenović B, Jeremić L, Živanović D, Govedarović N, Dimić D, Golubović M, Stoičkov V. Congenital esophageal stenosis: a rare malformation of the foregut. NAGOYA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE 2019; 81:535-547. [PMID: 31849372 PMCID: PMC6892676 DOI: 10.18999/nagjms.81.4.535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 01/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Congenital esophageal stenosis (CES) is a type of esophageal stenosis, and three histological subtypes (tracheobronchial remnants, fibromuscular thickening or fibromuscular stenosis, and membranous webbing or esophageal membrane) are described. Symptoms of CES usually appears with the introduction of the semisolid alimentation. Dysphagia is the most common symptom, but esophageal food impaction, respiratory distress or failure to thrive can be clinical manifestations of CES. Wide spectrum of differential diagnoses leads to delayed definitive diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Depends on hystological subtype of CES, some treatment procedures (dilation or segmental esophageal resection) are recommended, but individually approach is still important in terms of frequency and type of dilation procedures or type of the surgical treatment. Dysphagia can persist after the treatment and a long follow-up period is recommended. In 33% of patients with CES, a different malformations in the digestive system, but also in the other systems, are described.
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- Vesna Brzački
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- General Surgery Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Pediatric Surgery and Orthopedic Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Hematology and Clinical Immunology Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Endocrinology Clinic, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Anesthesiology and Reanimation Center, Clinical Center Niš, Niš, Serbia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, Niš, Serbia
- Institute for Treatment and Rehabilitation "Niška Banja," Niš, Serbia
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Al Sarkhy AA, Saeed A, Hamid YH, Al Asmi MM, Altokhais TI, Ullah AA, Assiri AM. Efficacy and safety of endoscopic dilatation in the management of esophageal strictures in children. Saudi Med J 2018; 39:787-791. [PMID: 30106416 PMCID: PMC6194993 DOI: 10.15537/smj.2018.8.22845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objectives: To determine the outcomes of endoscopic dilatation of esophageal strictures in children. Methods: Children younger than 18 years of age diagnosed with esophageal strictures over a period of 7 years (June 2010 to June 2017) were reviewed and analyzed retrospectively. The study took place at King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The patients’ clinical characteristics, endoscopic findings, and details of the strictures, treatment, and outcomes were documented. Results: Forty-three children with esophageal strictures were identified (median age, 8.1 years; range, 2-17 years; 23 [53.5%] boys). The median age at presentation was 2 years (range, 1-16 years), and the median follow-up period was 3 years (range, one month-17 years). Tracheoesophageal fistula (n=14, 32.6%), gastroesophageal reflux disease (n=10, 23.3%) and eosinophilic esophagitis (n=8, 18.6%) were the leading causes of esophageal strictures. Forty-three patients underwent 180 dilatation sessions; the median number of dilatation sessions per patient was 3 (range, 1-48), and the median interval between sessions was 8 weeks (range, 1-24 weeks). Among 180 dilatation sessions, 3 events (1.7%) of esophageal perforation were observed. The outcomes varied depending on the primary cause of the stricture; complete response was achieved the best in eosinophilic esophagitis-related strictures (87.5%), followed by anastomotic strictures post tracheoesophageal fistula repair (71.4%) and gastroesophageal reflux disease-related strictures (70%). Conclusion: Endoscopic dilatation is a safe and effective intervention in the management of esophageal strictures in children, with minimal complications when conducted by experts.
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- Ahmed A Al Sarkhy
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology, College of Medicine, King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. E-mail.
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Steroid pulse therapy prevents restenosis following balloon dilatation for esophageal stricture. Pediatr Surg Int 2016; 32:875-9. [PMID: 27469501 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-016-3939-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/21/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of intravenous steroid pulse therapy following balloon dilatation for esophageal stenosis and stricture in children. METHODS The study enrolled six children, including three with congenital esophageal stenosis and three with anastomotic strictures after surgery for esophageal atresia, all of whom were treated by balloon dilatation combined with high-dose intravenous methylprednisolone pulse therapy. Methylprednisolone was injected intravenously at a dose of 20 mg/kg/day for 2 days, starting from the day of dilatation, followed by 10 mg/kg/day for 2 days, for a total of 4 days. RESULTS Esophageal stricture recurred in all three patients with congenital esophageal stenosis despite repeated balloon dilatation without methylprednisolone. However, the symptoms of dysphagia improved and did not recur after systemic steroid pulse therapy following balloon dilatation. Symptoms also resolved in all three patients with anastomotic strictures following balloon dilatation with systemic steroid pulse therapy. All six patients remained asymptomatic after 6-21 months follow-up, with no complications. CONCLUSION Intravenous methylprednisolone pulse therapy following balloon dilatation is safe and effective for the treatment of esophageal stenosis and strictures in children.
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Savino F, Tarasco V, Viola S, Locatelli E, Sorrenti M, Barabino A. Congenital esophageal stenosis diagnosed in an infant at 9 month of age. Ital J Pediatr 2015; 41:72. [PMID: 26444666 PMCID: PMC4594644 DOI: 10.1186/s13052-015-0182-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2015] [Accepted: 09/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Esophageal stenosis is a relatively uncommon condition in pediatrics and requires an accurate diagnostic approach. Here we report the case of a 9-month old female infant who presented intermittent vomiting, dysphagia and refusal of solid foods starting after weaning. She was treated for gastroesophageal reflux. At first, radiological investigation suggested achalasia, while esophagoscopy revelaed a severe congenital esophageal stenosis at the distal third of the esophagus. She underwent four endoscopic balloon dilatations that then allowed her to swallow solid food with intermittent mild dysphagia. After 17 months of esomeprazole treatment off therapy impedance-pH monitoring was normal. At 29 months of follow-up the child is asymptomatic and eats without problems.Infants with dysphagia and refusal of solid foods may have undiagnosed medical conditions that need treatment. Many disorders can cause esophageal luminal stricture; in the pediatric age the most common are peptic or congenital. Careful assessment with endoscopy is needed to diagnose these conditions early and referral to a pediatric gastroenterologic unit may be necessary.
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- F Savino
- Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Torino, Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Torino, Italy.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Torino, Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Torino, Italy.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Torino, Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Torino, Italy.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Torino, Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Torino, Italy.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, University of Torino, Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Torino, Italy.
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- Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Unit - G. Gaslini Institute for Children, Genova, Italy.
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Fluoroscopically guided large balloon dilatation for treating congenital esophageal stenosis in children. Jpn J Radiol 2015; 33:418-23. [DOI: 10.1007/s11604-015-0441-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2015] [Accepted: 05/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Thoracoscopic and laparoscopic esophagoplasty for congenital esophageal stenosis. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY CASE REPORTS 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2013.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Quiros JA, Hirose S, Patino M, Lee H. Esophageal tracheobronchial remnant, endoscopic ultrasound diagnosis, and surgical management. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2013; 56:e14. [PMID: 22925920 DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0b013e31826a9086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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- J Antonio Quiros
- Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, California Pacific Medical Center, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA.
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Rollins MD, Barnhart DC. Treatment of persistent esophageal leaks in children with removable, covered stents. J Pediatr Surg 2012; 47:1843-7. [PMID: 23084195 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2012.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2012] [Revised: 04/23/2012] [Accepted: 05/01/2012] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Removable, fully covered, expandable metal esophageal stents are routinely used in adults for both malignant and benign esophageal disease. Several case reports have demonstrated the use of these stents in the management of caustic esophageal strictures in children. Most iatrogenic esophageal perforations and esophageal anastomotic leaks in children may be expected to heal with nonoperative treatment, although, in a small percentage, the leak may persist. We report 3 patients with complicated esophageal perforations refractory to nonoperative therapy who were successfully managed using covered esophageal stents.
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- Michael D Rollins
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Primary Children's Medical Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84113, USA.
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High-frequency miniprobes and 3-dimensional EUS for preoperative evaluation of the etiology of congenital esophageal stenosis in children (with video). Gastrointest Endosc 2011; 74:204-7. [PMID: 21492849 DOI: 10.1016/j.gie.2011.01.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2010] [Accepted: 01/29/2011] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Serrao E, Santos A, Gaivao A, Tavares A, Ferreira S. Congenital esophageal stenosis: a rare case of dysphagia. J Radiol Case Rep 2010; 4:8-14. [PMID: 22470735 DOI: 10.3941/jrcr.v4i6.422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Congenital esophageal stenosis (CES) is a rare anomaly, resulting from incomplete separation of the respiratory tract from the primitive foregut at the 25th day of life. First clinical signs are abnormalities of the swallowing mechanism caused by the intrinsic narrowing of the esophagus. Diagnosis is usually delayed, requiring an accurate history and high level of suspicion, alongside with an esophagogram. Definite diagnosis is only confirmed by histological examination. Treatment usually involves surgery, depending on the severity, location and type of stenosis. We report the case of an 18 months old toddler diagnosed with CES. The characteristic radiographic and CT features are presented as well as the histology.
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- Eva Serrao
- Department of Imaging, Hospital Professor Doutor Fernando Fonseca, Amadora, Portugal
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